2008 Lexus GS 450h Owners Manual - Page 142

2-1. Driving procedures Changing shift ranges in "S" mode Shift the shift lever to the "S" position and operate the shift lever. Upshifting Downshifting The initial shift range in "S" mode is automatically set to "5". n Shift ranges and their functions l You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force. l A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a higher shift range, and the engine revolutions will also increase. l If you accelerate while in ranges "1" to "5", the shift range may automatically range up in accordance with the vehicle's speed. 144 GS_HV_U March 29, 2010 3:31 pm